2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |